Comparison

UE | BOOM vs Skullcandy

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

UE | BOOM

Enhance your audio experience with this app designed to control and customize compatible wireless speakers. Connect multiple speakers for synchronized playback, adjust sound profiles, and manage speaker settings remotely. Stay updated with the latest features through seamless software updates.

Highlights
  • Connect up to 150 speakers with PartyUp
  • Customizable EQ and sound control
  • Remote power on/off and speaker management
  • Personalize speaker name and presets
  • Update speaker software with new features
Currently charting
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The BOOM app by Ultimate Ears has everything you need to get the most out of your Ultimate Ears speaker. From PartyUp to customizable EQ, unlock even more awesome ways to use your BOOM series speakers. - PartyUp lets you connect up to 150 speakers to take your parties to a whole new level - wherever, whenever, whatever! - You control the sound: All about that bass? In a tight space? You control the atmosphere with a couple of built-in EQ and custom options. - Remote control: Use the app to turn power on/off your speakers and other controls from afar. - Much more: personalize your speaker’s name, EQ preferences, and preset playlists (BOOM 3, MEGABOOM 3, BOOM 4,MEGABOOM 4, HYPERBOOM, EPICBOOM and EVERBOOM only) - Subscribe to updates so you never miss a thing. A simple tap in the app updates your speaker with the latest features in no time. - Sign-up to subscribe to Ultimate Ears newsletters and special offers.

About

Skullcandy

Customize your audio with personalized sound profiles and adjustable equalizers. Keep your devices updated with the latest firmware and access user guides for optimal performance. Enhance your listening experience with tailored audio settings.

Highlights
  • Personal Sound profiles
  • Customizable Equalizers
  • Firmware Updates
  • User Guides & Support
  • Hearing Modes
Features
Currently charting
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About the Skullcandy App ONE APP. TOTAL CONTROL. THE FULL SKULLCANDY EXPERIENCE. TOTAL AUDIO CONTROL The Skullcandy App gives you the power to dial in your listening experience for any situation. Toggle listening modes, adjust Stay-Aware levels to let the outside world in when you need it, or fine-tune your EQ to match your music, mood, or environment. Whether you’re working out, commuting, gaming, or just kicking back, you can adapt your sound in seconds. Features vary by model. UNLOCK ADVANCED FEATURES The Skullcandy App opens the door to powerful features that take your headphones beyond the basics. Set up Personal Sound to tune audio specifically to your hearing profile, create custom EQ settings to shape your sound, and map button controls so your headphones respond exactly how you want. It’s about making your gear work for you, delivering a listening experience that feels personal, intuitive, and completely customizable. HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT Getting the most out of your headphones should be easy. The Skullcandy App gives you access to product guides, setup instructions, feature walkthroughs, and troubleshooting support all in one place. Whether you’re setting up a new product or exploring everything it can do, the app makes it simple to learn, adjust, and get back to what matters most: your music. SKULL AI HANDS FREE ASSISTANT Enabled by Bragi, Skull AI is available for Method 540 ANC earbuds, as a 90-day free trial with a paid subscription beyond that. Activate the trial through the Audio App store in the Skullcandy App, then say “OK, Skully” and your earbuds spring into action. Whether you want quick answers, recommendations, or hands-free music control, your AI is always ready. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

UE | BOOM4 screens
Skullcandy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: UE | BOOM at 4.8 against Skullcandy's 2.8. UE | BOOM also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (48% vs 18%). Skullcandy's advantage is chart position (#36 vs #154). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Skullcandy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. UE | BOOM asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

UE | BOOM holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: UE | BOOM has 61K ratings behind it against 212, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of UE | BOOM's written reviews are positive against 18% of Skullcandy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UE | BOOM ships an update every 2 months, Skullcandy every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
UE | BOOM versus Skullcandy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUE | BOOMSkullcandy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (61K ratings) — better2.8 (212 ratings)
Positive reviews47.5% of reviews — better18.1% of reviews
Number of ratings61K — better212
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#154#36 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size213 MB210 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperLogitech Inc.Skullcandy, Inc

Customer experience

UE | BOOM

All ratings58,622 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral1.6%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews2,302 reviews
Positive47.5%
Neutral10.2%
Negative42.3%

Skullcandy

All ratings183 ratings
Positive37.7%
Neutral10.9%
Negative51.4%
Written reviews795 reviews
Positive18.1%
Neutral12.8%
Negative69.1%

User reviews

UE | BOOM

From 61K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Exceptional sound quality
  • 🚀 Portable and waterproof
  • 🚀 Ability to connect multiple speakers
  • 👍 Great battery life
  • 👍 Easy to use app

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with the app
  • 🐛 Unreliable party up feature
  • 🐛 App crashes and disconnects
  • 🔋 Battery drains quickly when not in use
  • 🔋 Charging issues

Skullcandy

From 212 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great app when it works
  • 👍 Useful features like personal sound and EQ
  • 🚀 Enhances headphone capabilities

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • 🐛 App crashes or fails to connect
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with many Skullcandy products
  • 🔋 Drains battery life
  • 👎 Limited customization options

Bugs and requests

UE | BOOM

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App unable to recognize or connect to speakers
  • Inaccurate battery level reporting
  • Remote power on/off feature not working
  • Firmware update process is unreliable

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add Spotify support for one-touch playlists
  • Implement dark mode in the app
  • Allow custom EQ settings to be saved
  • Add support for Wonderboom speakers

Skullcandy

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App fails to connect to compatible headphones
  • Personal sound setup frequently interrupted
  • Headphone controls not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more Skullcandy products
  • Improve app stability and reliability
  • Implement custom EQ settings
  • Add dark mode option

In-app purchases

None

UE | BOOM

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Skullcandy

Subscriptions2
  • Skull-AI Monthly2 variants$4.991 Month
  • Skull AI Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is UE | BOOM free?
UE | BOOM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Skullcandy free?
Skullcandy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, UE | BOOM or Skullcandy?
UE | BOOM is rated higher. UE | BOOM averages 4.8 out of 5 from 61K ratings, while Skullcandy averages 2.8 from 212 ratings.
Do UE | BOOM or Skullcandy have ads?
Neither UE | BOOM nor Skullcandy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, UE | BOOM or Skullcandy?
UE | BOOM ships an update every 2 months, and Skullcandy every 6 weeks. Most recently, UE | BOOM was updated on October 29, 2026 and Skullcandy on October 26, 2026.
Which is more popular, UE | BOOM or Skullcandy?
UE | BOOM currently peaks at #154 in the App Store charts, and Skullcandy at #36. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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